Birthday Tree Advice 7: December 8 to December 14

December 23rd - January 1st – Apple TreeYou can be incredibly productive this week -- just as long as you are willing to commit. The good news is everyone will be rooting for you to succeed, even if what you decide to do feels a bit rash and out of character.

January 2nd – January 11th – Fir TreeBuilding something would be very useful for you to do right now. It could even strengthen your relationships! Even if you don't know how to use a hammer and couldn't tell a nail from a snail, you still can (and should) create something this week. You have a lot to give, and that generosity can take many different forms.

January 12th - January 24th – Elm TreeYou definitely need to tune into your emotions this week. You are usually a go-go-go type, but even go-go-go types need to slow down and reflect sometimes. Ask yourself the big questions. Are you happy? Are you satisfied? Are you fulfilled? Do you feel good? Do you know how you feel? Don't be afraid to really wade through these big issues, even if you get a little water in your galoshes.

January 25th – February 3rd – Cypress TreeAccept any and all invitations you get this week without hesitation -- especially the ones that come from unlikely sources. Your enthusiasm will show people how secure you are in yourself, which will add to your glowing reputation. Tongues are wagging about you -- in a very good way. Your bravery in social situations is growing more and more impressive.

February 4th – February 8th – Poplar TreeYou can't let a stick-in-the-mud personality drag you out of your good-time groove this week. Sure, they're going to be moody if they don't get what they want, but do you really care if they get their nose bent out of shape? It's not selfish to disregard their feelings on the matter. It's simply not practical to cater to one (extremely picky) person's preferences right now.February 8th – February 18th – Cedar TreeIdeas are spilling out of your ears at the start of the week. You and a friend might sit around debating something, alternately ribbing each other and solving the world's problems. Don’t just talk about this ideas, this week do what you can to put your ideas into action.

February 19th – February 28th – Pine TreeDon't pout. Don't whine. Don't decide nothing is ever going to work. Instead, do your best to figure out how to make the situation work for you. After all, sometimes serendipity provides you with something far better than what you thought you wanted.

February 29th – Poplar TreeAll of the peaks and valleys of your life will feel twice as steep and deep this week. The good events will feel twice as nice, and the yucky will feel double-yucky. This roller coaster of a week might not land on the list of your all-time favorites, but at least it won't be boring. The only thing you need to remember is that whatever is going on at any given moment is going to change very soon.

March 1st – March 10th – Weeping WillowWhether you're planning a career change or a big geographic move or shift in relationship status, you're on the right track. If the changes you're making are subtler -- meditating for five minutes a day, for example -- that's profound, too. Whatever it is, embrace it, and let this wonderful energy carry you all week long.

March 11th – March 20th – Lime TreeUse this week as an opportunity to reevaluate. Daydream the day away if you feel like it. You could come up with some pretty amazing insights. Have a wonderful time and count those blessings.

March 21st – Oak TreeDon't let a setback, particularly at work, knock the wind out of your sails. You need to pick yourself up by the bootstraps and get back to it. You won’t be happy until you have achieved what you set your heart and mind on, so make it happen.

March 22nd - March 31st – Hazelnut Tree So what if things are not going exactly the way you wanted them to this week? This situation is taking more time than you planned for, but perhaps your expectations were a bit too optimistic? Just keep pushing forward. Your persistence will pay off!

April 1st – April 10th – Rowan TreeMaybe you need to slow down this week and learn the benefits of patience. Anything worth having is worth waiting for, and it's time you learned that immediate gratification doesn't always bring long-lasting value.

April 11th – April 20th – Maple TreeGet ready to have your regular routine disrupted -- there is a storm brewing. While this trouble is far enough offshore that it won't cloud your sunny life, its ripple effects could stir things up for people you really care about. Let folks know that you are there for them if they need you. Keep your cell phone turned on. They'll call you if they need help, so don't worry about checking in with them. They can take care of themselves -- and get back up on their feet if they fall. Don't worry.

April 21st – April 30th – Walnut TreeYou're Christopher Columbus this week. You will be leading ships full of people toward an exciting discovery. How you came to be the leader, you're not exactly sure, but you tend to fall into leadership roles rather smoothly on a regular basis.

May 1st – May 14th – Poplar TreeThis week try to take a passive role in a social situation. Let someone else be the life of the party. Listen and watch; what you learn may amaze you.

May 15th – May 24th – Chestnut TreeIf you wake up and feel like everything is so screwy that you just don't know what to do, don't get frustrated. Instead of proceeding according to plan (which won't work anymore, anyway, at this point) just try something. Anything! Try the first thing that comes into your head! Try the craziest thing that comes to mind! Try the thing you always wanted to try! When you learn to take advantage of the unexpected and find a little more flexibility than you had before, you win.

June 4th – June 13th – Hornbeam TreeYour practical side has had too much control over your decision-making lately, and it's time for you to stop deliberating every single decision. Life requires some leaps of faith, some risk-taking, and a little bit of luck if it's going to stay interesting. Make efforts to let go and not to control every single element of your life this week.

June 14th – June 23rd – Fig TreeLet other people make decisions and trust that everything will still be okay -- because it will. Recently you have been taking on too much responsibility. It's time to step back and let others help you and share the burden.

June 24th – Birch TreeWhat has always fascinated you, but from afar? Whether it's an idea, a country, a person or even a career, spend some time as winter settles in getting a closer look. After all, there's no need to limit yourself to the world as you know it.

June 25th – July 4th – Apple TreeYour intuition is your best friend. So listen to it! Do not under any circumstances ignore it. After all, if your best friend felt like you were ignoring them, would that be good? No! With your intuition at your side, there is almost nothing stopping you.

July 5th – July 14th – Fir TreeFocus on being detached from a situation that is causing you grief. Creating more emotional distance between you and the source of negative energy will free you up from having to worry about what they are going to do next -- and let you enjoy your week a whole lot more.

July 15th – July 25th – Elm TreeIt is okay to aim for the stars, but don't get so excited that you overshoot the mark. Since you can easily get carried away by your plans today, ask a trusted friend if you're being realistic. Plus, they always give great advice and come up with the best plans to help you get what you’d like.

July 26th – August 4th – Cypress TreeTempers might flare up this week. Someone may have said something that got your blood boiling, but stay diplomatic. Tackle the problem now before it gets out of hand.

August 5th – August 13th – Poplar Tree Working yourself to the bone isn't the best idea, as you need stamina for the week. Pace yourself, and ask for help from colleagues or friends if you need it.

August 14th – August 23rd – Cedar TreeAre you frustrated because you can't seem to put your plans in action? It seems that you are in a holding pattern and want out in the worst way! Just wait this out. Trust that when the time is right to move, you will be shown the way.

August 24th – September 2nd – Pine TreeThis week make efforts to explore a new place. If you don’t have friends, you could end up with some friends. If you have some, bring your friends on a little adventure.

September 3rd – September 12th – Weeping WillowYou might surprise yourself because you are suddenly inspired to do some crazy things this week. You have been contemplating making some changes recently and you are finally ready to implement your ideas. These transitions are good and necessary. Embrace impulsive nature this week.

September 13th - September 22 – Lime TreeFind an outlet for your energy this week. If you don't, you could end up irritable, frustrated, and depressed. Even just a short walk on your lunch break could help you clear your head and bring you a peaceful feeling.

September 23rd – Olive TreeThis week it will be important for you to pay attention to your dreams or visions. Those flashes of insight could actually be glimpses into your future. Record details like numbers, dates, or names. You never know what patterns you might see or how this might help you later on.

September 24th – October 3rd – Hazelnut TreeSometimes we have to get stuck in order to remember how good it feels to be free and moving. If life feels stagnant, consider appreciating what you have to be a lesson. Look around. Give thanks for all the beauty in your life.

October 4th – October 13th – Rowan TreeAre you tempted to blow off steam on a shopping spree? There's nothing wrong with a little indulgence in areas where you need it (a new haircut or a new shirt), but don't go nuts. Your wallet thanks you!

October 14th – October 23rd – Maple TreeWithout good friends can feel a little lonely at times, and this week will feel like one of those times. Rely on family members to get you through the tough times. They truly care about your well-being and happiness.

October 24th – November 11th – Walnut TreeThis week you may bump heads with someone in a way that makes it difficult for either one of you to be content. More than likely there's an issue of freedom versus control that's making it difficult to find a resolution. Perhaps you need to give a certain issue a break and come back to it later.

November 12th – November 21st – Chestnut TreeIt is easy for you to get carried away with emotions - your own or other people's - and this week is no different. It will be important for you to balance yourself with grounding physical activities. Walking is preferable to using a car or public transportation, weather permitting. You could pay a high price for ignoring your personal needs. Sitting down for a cup of herbal tea is also a nice thing to do for yourself. Stay calm and centered.

November 22nd – December 1st – Ash TreeUnguarded words might lead to upset. If the words are directed at you, don't take them seriously. The person doesn't know any better. If the words are directed at someone else, don't be tempted to lash out at the person who said them. Correct him or her gently.

December 2nd – December 11th – Hornbeam TreeYou might find you are worrying or feeling less confident about your monetary situation this week. Perhaps you've lent some money to a friend and you doubt their ability to repay. Or maybe you fell for a sales pitch that you now regret. Correct the situation if you can. If you can't, simply learn from the experience and put it behind you.

December 12th – December 21st – Fig TreeYou may have been a bit indecisive lately when it comes to love and friendship. This week you might find that your mind is drawn to one person while your heart is drawn to another. Perhaps you're trying to trick your mind into seeing a certain quality in someone while you ignore parts that you don't really like. Make sure you accept people for all of who they are and not just the individual parts.

December 22nd – Beech TreeThis week make special time for friends and family. You have been feeling like you have been missing out on some fun lately, so don’t deprive yourself. See if you can be more efficient in your work or postpone a project. This would make you feel happier and bring more balance to your life since you already work far too much anyway.